How to Wear Antique and Estate Brooches

 
Interested in creating your own personal fashion statement?  Antique and estate brooches are a great idea for accessorizing your new jewelry wardrobe. Brooches are an intriguing jewelry accessory that has been overlooked for years. For simple elegance, an ensemble draws attention when an estate jewelry brooch or vintage pin is worn. Wearing a brooch will quickly give you a distinctive look. Allow yourself to be a fashion trend starter.

Antique and estate brooches come in all sizes, shapes, designs, gemstones and materials.     Brooches and pins maybe adapted to any style you wish. They may be found in gold, silver or other metals.  They may be embellished with emeralds,rubies, diamonds, pearls, coral, lapis lazuli, enamel, crystals or rhinestones. 
Some of the more interesting brooches are those that are made in the shape of insects and animals. A realistic appearing antique enamel diamond black and gold enamel wasp brooch adorned with dazzling diamond wings, the gold legged crab with a fiery diamond shell  or the 1930s  Art Deco black onyx fly with whimsical diamond wings and dark green emerald eyes will create a distinct look.

Floral and fauna designs are feminine and gorgeous.  A colorful Emis Beros estate brooch carved from lapis lazuli will be a focal point for your outfit. Carved shell cameos often create a romantic touch.  
Have you ever considered placing a brooch somewhere other than on the front left side of a blouse or jacket?  Small brooches look fascinating when worn on a blouse collar or centered below the neckline.  A Houston, Texas celebrity wears her signature brooch on the backside of her blazer or dress.  This former model never steps out without one of her distinctive brooches.  She and the vintage brooch are always noticed!  This fashionista never fails to receive a compliment or a question asking about the history and placement of her estate brooch.

A brooch can be worn alone or as part of a collection. A stylish cluster of petite, mismatched vintage brooches and pins will become the hot topic of conversation. An interesting array of brooches can be used to tell a story or deliver a message for your special charity.

Bar brooches when worn alone may not work for today.  However, staggering two or three old bar brooches creates an interesting design.

Have you lost the mate to your treasured heirloom earrings?  A great way to keep the sentiment close to your heart is by converting your remaining earring into a wearable brooch.

In early movies, from the 1920s to the 1940s, brooches were a part of every special occasion. Jewelry designers to Hollywood films understood the statement a brooch could deliver. Elaborate dance scenes would frequently show the leading lady wearing an fancy brooch that accented her beauty.  
In old movies, censors would require a more modest appearance.  A brooch or pin was often used to obscure the daring décolletage of the designer’s gown. Of course, the opposite of the intent of the censors could also be used. A properly placed brooch can be positioned to draw attention to make a stunning statement.

Fine brooches may also be a good investment in jewelry. As there are many beautiful vintage brooches that are not currently in as much demand as they once were, you may be able to add stunning pieces of art to your collection at a real value.

This is your opportunity to be on the cutting edge of a change in fashion.  Allow yourself to distinguish yourself from the other ladies in your circle.  Accentuate your personal look and create a special message with unique antique, estate and vintage brooches and pins.

Consider a brooch for your next fashion style. The rewards may be exciting and oh so enjoyable.

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Wearing an Antique, Estate or Vintage Brooch
Ten Two Three Estate Jewelry
By: Chris Cosby
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